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Some Orcs joke that he probably even has friends among the Demons in the east.

Oh, Hortnog has demon friends. He just isn't in the east. :xxd: :xxd:

Following the events of the Second Voidwar, Sir Edoarus wrote down the name of every single member of the Tribal Dominion onto his list, leader and low-ranking warrior alike. He left the Dead Mountain not long after the war without telling anyone where he went. Many think that he left to strike some names from his list. This is however only half of the truth. In the plaguelands of Rengar, he is building an army. An army he would use to remove many entries from his list. Perhaps even all of them.

Edoarus is going genocide mode on the Dominion. I hope he kills Inara.

After Aridon's disappearance, Kazardius and his men watched Zyainor from afar - being doomed to be unable to properly rejoin it due to the actions of the Watcher, further feeding their hatred of their master. If they weren't bound to Aridon's will, their master would find Kazardius and his men to be... most displeased with him.

And now, that bound has been severed thanks to Cora. They might decide to lay down their lives to protect the new Zyainor from Aridon, as a final act of atonement.

For the first time, he realized how empty everything felt, how old he felt, how alone he was. Refusing to fall into some sort of depression over this, Krom left the Dead Mountain, searching for a new purpose - and he found it. In the most unexpected place possible.

Friendships always help deal with depression.

While he served Rahandir, Mordin became a part of the Rohir Nexus where some others of his kind were to be found. He was the only servant of Rahandir to remain on the Dead Mountain to keep an eye on the warring undead factions - and to try and prevent the Ejara Nexus' expansion into the dwarven realms.

Oh no. Him and Haran are bound to clash...

He became disillusioned with his unlife when he learned of the political games of the nexus, seeing even more intrigues and games when all he wanted was to bash some heads. He spent much time increasing the power of his nexus after the war before he and they just disappeared. No one knows where they went.

He's either after Ebira, Aedale, or Pentiss. I bet Pentiss is the first on the list, since he knows where she is.

She seems to have enjoyed Aridon's long absence as it allowed her to do as she pleased. One might think that she has become decadent, arrogant and selfish - but she has definitely been both arrogant and selfish before.

I can't wait to see either Aridon or Ornassion teach her a lesson.

Ever since then, Quiraness has been a slave, drugged with black lotus, ever since then, hardly capable of forming a coherent thought. She is not kept alive out of love but as a symbol, showing what fate would befall those who would dare to move against Pentiss. Death would be a mercy in comparison.

It would be ironic if Ornassion gave her the chance to kill Pentiss. In hindsight, Pentiss turned out to be way worse than her.

After the war, Rahandir and most of his followers left the Dead Mountain. Rahandir wondered if the world of Arkain needed someone to watch over it, to protect it. There was a fine line between protection and control. He was not sure if Aridon was going to be able to walk that line - or if anyone could for that matter.

It would be cool if Rahandir somehow manages to become the actual Watcher of Arkain.

Believing that evil was a force that needed to be fought at any occasion, she was an idealist and someone who saw humanity as the shining beacon of hope surrounded by the darkness of other creatures. As time went on however, she became ever more disillusioned as she saw the damage done by those around her and how even those who seemed to be pure-hearted turned out to be a victim of their selfish desires. She became cynical and focused more on fighting evil than protecting those who might become villains themselves one day.

No wonder she's okay with Aridon's new goal. He's about to destroy the source of all evil: sentient lifeforms.
 
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  • So Zyainor wants Dorten's daughter to soon claim the throne... Sadly the old king is too stubborn to die a let the mad nation to try such a thing. Hope Ferina refuse or keeps her distance with any of Bloodclaw's brood.
  • Honestly, I'm happy that Zora's presence and new rank within Zyainor made Zoia angry. I mean, it can be VERY humiliating that a pirate became admiral as soon as she appeared on the nation. Good job, Bloodclaw.
  • Hortnog having contacts in the demons ranks?... That COULD be true, considering profit is above anything else for him and the goldaxe.
  • ... You are making a mistake, Edoarus. The executioner could turn into the executed... (Hope him and Inara killed each other)
  • Dude, Kazardius betraying Aridon and getting revenge by destroying the Splecir nexus or defending Zyainor somehow to defy the master of the undead?

There is so much I could wait from the legacy.
 
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Damn, with the amount of undead whose weareabouts are unknown, I feel Aridon's genocide plans are about to turn to a continent-spanning game of "where's Waldo ?".
  • Sir Edoarus is in Rengar. But, based on what we know of him, I don't expect him to rebel against Aridon, even if he goes free. Though I expect him to be fanatical enough that Aridon has trouble getting him to do what he wants instead of executing whoever he wants to.
  • I don't think Galareth's mage background was expanded upon before but it's a bit sad. The poor guy wanted to study necromancy in his corner, not bothering anyone...
  • Krom is 100% not coming back. Especially if he learns the truth about the Bonelords. And honestly, that's for the better. I hope we'll get the Praxeus' squad protecting him from Aridon like a new girlfriend being angry at their partner's manipulative ex.
  • A bit unexpected to see a Quiraness' character sheet. I expected her story to have come to an end, but maybe not. Either way, I expect her daughter to play a role in the story, since Pentiss spared her. I also expect Aridon to go to the Dark elves first, since they're the easiest to find and reach. Pentiss probably won't like Aridon's return, but how much of that will she show ?
Now on the ones whose whereabouts are unknown, let's play "Let's find that undead !"
  • Haran'tel Kazor : We've seen Ejara breeding grounds in Salria, but I doubt their Nexus is there. They likely are keeping it somewhere underground and decentralizing spreading their bases over the continent because of the ease of transportation given by controlling the tunnels. Maybe they're closer to the contested mining areas.
  • Kazardius : I don't know how large a force Kazardius has, but wherever he is, it isn't far from Zyainor. Most likely in some mountain range or perpetually on the move, since he doesn't have a Nexus to slow him down. I also really like the idea of him protecting Zyainor from the shadows with some little things like some bandits or renegade mages "disappearing", bodies and all.
  • Lady Meya : I expect the Rohir Nexus to be somewhere in Zyainor. Maybe in the basement of some unimportant fortress. With her spies, influence in necromancer cults and illusion magic, she could avoid detection from the humans. Most importantly, it would be the best defense against Aridon or any undead. Anyone who would wish to come after her would have to deal with the Zyainese army.
  • Rahandir and co : Same as Kazardius, no idea how many troops they have. Since they have Selena and the children, I doubt they are moving much. Maybe they have asked queen Keera for her hospitality, since there's no way she would turn down the chance to protect living elves. Tough, now that I think about it, while they were somewhat close, Rahandir did kill her... which makes me want to see them interact even more !
  • Ornasion : I would expect him to try to get close to the demon Realms. Maybe by going to the Cold North to circumvent the Void, since I can't imagine him to manage an invasion head on, and the revival of the duchy of Isalmur means there's not much of no-mans land to hide in. Though, personnaly, I hope he hasn't gone that far, since I find him at his most interesting when he interacts with other undead, while his interactions with demons usually boil down to "I will murder you in an interesting fashion". Though maybe once freed and not interacting with Souleater scum, he could have more interesting relations to other demons or demon slaves.
 
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Something that is not in the newspost:
There is a hidden secret in the images. Can you find it?
Night Elves! :)
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On the latest sneak peak images (or another episode of "me going insane reading into unit colours") :

On the first image :
  • Seems like a confrontation between the Dominion and the dwarves. Since Vanessa is there, I would expect this to be some kind of negociation (considering every unit is in its "ready for battle" animation, seems like the negociations are going great !). Vanessa now has her own Salrian guard. However, the ogres seem to be a different shade of green from the orcs (like, they appear dark green whereas the orcs appear emerald). Either that's the model doing that, me becoming mad, or the ogres still being distinct and not under the orders of Grofzag. Maybe they're involved in the dispute, which could be over mountains where the Legion lives (Dark Green seems weird for them since they were brown under Brockta but that might be to avoid sharing with the dwarves.
  • On the dwarves' side, we got 3 clans, the Hammerfall in grey, the Stonelords in brown and the Ironbreakers in light blue (I had to play through half of Menace Below, since that is, to my knowledge, the only level where they appear). Unexpectedly, there are no Bloodstones, despite their territories being closest to the Dominion if I'm not mistaken. Considering how stubborn the dwarves are, I expect Vanessa to have initiated negociations. Still I wonder what Zarin's stand would be on those happenings (Though I just remembered that in the True Story, Amari was Mordin's killer so... I won't get my hopes up. Maybe his daughter will be more reasonable)

On the second image :
  • I know Praxeus isn't the most versed in the art of diplomacy, but please tell me he didn't actually bring Krom when ringing at the Golden guard's doorbell after 20 years... I doubt he would have been offended at being asked to remain at the campfire while they talk to the zealous, unreasonable and extremely pissed off military force that lost quite a bit of their soldiers at the hands of the undead during the last war. Either way, the reunion won't go well. Marin won't take the risk of getting another potential leader who will definitely condemn his research for the torture that it is. He will likely berate Praxeus for losing the Grail to the demons and trusting an undead and either send him to recover the Grail without support, or attempt to have him executed.
  • I also like Richard being on the side wearing the yellow of the golden guard while most soldiers have taken Marin's colours. Though Richard still has a few guards with him. Who knows, maybe Praxeus will get the chance to knock some sense into him.
 
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Night Elves! :)
Maiev went through the wrong portal while trying to return to Azeroth.
But don't worry, she can meet another hunter that is going through an existential crisis.

Still I wonder what Zarin's stand would be on those happenings (Though I just remembered that in the True Story, Amari was Mordin's killer so... I won't get my hopes up. Maybe his daughter will be more reasonable)
Who knows? Maybe some Dwarves have noticed that their High King's stubborness and pride will, sooner or later, lead them to disaster, so they want to make a deal...
I know Praxeus isn't the most versed in the art of diplomacy, but please tell me he didn't actually bring Krom when ringing at the Golden guard's doorbell after 20 years... I doubt he would have been offended at being asked to remain at the campfire while they talk to the zealous, unreasonable and extremely pissed off military force that lost quite a bit of their soldiers at the hands of the undead during the last war. Either way, the reunion won't go well. Marin won't take the risk of getting another potential leader who will definitely condemn his research for the torture that it is. He will likely berate Praxeus for losing the Grail to the demons and trusting an undead and either send him to recover the Grail without support, or attempt to have him executed.
Please, let it be brought up that Renald was ordered to kill Gardon. It's about time that the van Durces get off from their high horse.
 
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Please, let it be brought up that Renald was ordered to kill Gardon. It's about time that the van Durces get off from their high horse.
Actually, does Praxeus even know that the Golden Guard attempted to assassinate Gardon ? He may have had a somewhat high rank in the Golden Guard, but I doubt Van Durce wanted to shout to every commander that he was supporting a rebellion against the Empire to have an imperial general assassinated, both because that would be bad for morale and because I doubt that was the assignment he was most proud of.
Technically, Birram told him and Zarin that the Golden Guard attempted to have Guardon assassinated, but Praxeus called him a liar like 4 times in 2 sentences so I think it's safe to assume he wasn't convinced (and I can't really blame him for not trusting a word Birram says when trying to get the dwarves' support). Also neither Gardon nor Praxeus mentionned the subject at their confrontation. Even Van Durce's children didn't seem to know since no one mentionned it when they debated the reasons for Gardon's insurrection among themselves.
I also can't really imagine Praxeus playing with Zed and not attempting to get to the bottom of Gardon's supposed "treason" before he's sent to his death against Retka. (Especially when he tries to see with Van Durce if things can be mended even after Gardon and the Kingdom have gone into open revolt)

If things are still as they seemed to be at their last stand, Marin might be the only one left in the golden guard to know of this attempt. Both Praxeus, most of the soldiers and even Richard himself wouldn't know of this. If it was somehow revealed, it might reshuffle cards in the Golden Guard, or at the very least help Praxeus leave it behind and... well I doubt his relationship with Gardon can ever be mended, but it's still something.
 
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Actually, does Praxeus even know that the Golden Guard attempted to assassinate Gardon ? He may have had a somewhat high rank in the Golden Guard, but I doubt Van Durce wanted to shout to every commander that he was supporting a rebellion against the Empire to have an imperial general assassinated, both because that would be bad for morale and because I doubt that was the assignment he was most proud of.
Technically, Birram told him and Zarin that the Golden Guard attempted to have Guardon assassinated, but Praxeus called him a liar like 4 times in 2 sentences so I think it's safe to assume he wasn't convinced (and I can't really blame him for not trusting a word Birram says when trying to get the dwarves' support). Also neither Gardon nor Praxeus mentionned the subject at their confrontation. Even Van Durce's children didn't seem to know since no one mentionned it when they debated the reasons for Gardon's insurrection among themselves.
I also can't really imagine Praxeus playing with Zed and not attempting to get to the bottom of Gardon's supposed "treason" before he's sent to his death against Retka. (Especially when he tries to see with Van Durce if things can be mended even after Gardon and the Kingdom have gone into open revolt)

If things are still as they seemed to be at their last stand, Marin might be the only one left in the golden guard to know of this attempt. Both Praxeus, most of the soldiers and even Richard himself wouldn't know of this. If it was somehow revealed, it might reshuffle cards in the Golden Guard, or at the very least help Praxeus leave it behind and... well I doubt his relationship with Gardon can ever be mended, but it's still something.
Marin obviously knows, and Krom as well.
If Krom gets too vexed at the Golden Guard's antics, I can see him drop this bombshell.
 
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Here we go:

  • Garan: The future ruler. Just like his father, but less brutal on battle (I think, but can be wrong). I wonder about his reaction if he faces an enemy he can't outsmart so easily, or did something is not on his calculations. Reminds me of Lelouch Lamperouge with that chessboard he carries around.
  • Zurae: Such potential and power, and a lovely daughter it seems. Does she have more attunement with fire magic? I think Harmos would like to have her in the Order of the Flame, if she wasn't Bloodclaw's daughter in the first place. What would happen if she and Fiona met?...
  • Hotar: I kinda like him cuz he is so different than Gardon and Garan, but he's a dragon knight and Thanok's "favorite"... Well, only time will tell.
  • Laura: I didn't expect Claire will have a child with someone since she is "too bound and loyal to the Ironfist". I think I know who her father is from the SHB IF we made some choices, either that or some random fool is her father. I like her in general.
  • Parlea: From good to chaotic, just a step. Can't blame her for that change, she didn't deserve that kind of treatment (Thanks Birram for protecting her). I wonder If she will turn crazy like Scarlett.
  • Velina: Now she's an interesting combination of a ranger using necromancy. I think she and Zurae wouldn't get along since the latter is "the lovely princess" of Bloodclaw.

  • Ebira: She seeks the golden age of the demons back, but only made everything worse time and again. This could change with the Grail however; Nysara is probably on her way to give the cup to her. If she's going to use the grail to bring back the Demon god... Aridon, your time is near.
  • Erganoth: Since his forces were the ones that met Toraes and his knights... either he kept the prince as slave for latter use... or he gave him to the next character.
Vermon: I have so many questions about this character. If Erganoth gave Toraes and his knights to the Mindslayers... well, we know this could kill Dorten at last.

Maronogin: I wonder how much riches he have right know. I really want to know HOW he became the chieftain of the Goldaxe clan.
 
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So, new character sheets !

Finally ! The heirs of Zyainor ! For all Guardon has done, the question of Zyainor's continued existence rests solely on their heads... and there're as many good omens as there are bad ones :
  • Garan : The bane of the enemies of Zyainor, an heir that takes after his father. Of course that also makes it the most valuable target in the nation besides maybe Gardon and Vail themselves.
  • Hotar and Laura Greendale : Hotar would be the ideal white knight to support Zyainor and keep the populace content. While he would certainly grow critical of some of Zyainor's methods, he would likely try to settle matters with his siblings. The "problem" is Laura. As she is, she's perfect, able to call out bullcrap when she sees it but conscious of where and when to call it out. But there is this tiny problem with her mother having been given some pretty jewelry during her time in the Ironfist. Should she learn how genuine her mother's loyaulty was... well people usually aren't a fan when you mess with their family.
  • Princess Velina : Amusingly, her situation is quite close to Laura's. She seems to be driven by the need to prove herself, to Gardon and about anyone else. And that wouldn't be a problem (Though we've got no clue how much the Grave Warden may have been infiltrated by the undead. There's at least one undead I know of who would give anything to become close to Zyainor again). Unfortunately, again, mother, pretty jewelry, yadi yada... If she wasn't a fan of her mother's passivity and hopeless infatuation with Gardon... I cn't believe she'll react well to learning these aren't 100% genuine.
  • Zurae : While her magic is chaotic and destructive, she doesn't seem to be. Her abilities as a socialite might even become more valuable than her magic, especially since Garan seems to take after his mother on that side. Even more important may be her commitment to her family. We can expect her to attempt to mend any dispute between her siblings, maybe even the elven ones if she knows of them. How successful she'd be though...
  • Princess Parlea : The true wildcard among the siblings. I suppose it can happen for victims of abuse to mimic what they suffered through, if only as a means to recover agency. But in a world where evil beings attempt to influence anything that breathes, the natural reason might not be the right one. Except the corruption of the undead or the demons usually focus more with seeking power or knowledge, whereas she simply seems to have the urge to cause pain. Of course, as Fiona van Durce showed us, there are other powers in this world, with their own influence...
Now on to the demons :
  • Ebira : So her plans seem to advance as she's shed the Souleater legion to create something more. Since she has no interest in an invasion of the humans, her "Golden age of demonkind" probably doesn't mean taking someone else's land. So I can see only two possible goals : resurecting the Demon God and restauring the demon lands and the demons themselves (I believe they were different before Zindrach's death). The Grail is likely an integral part of her plans, but she also seemed to require something of Aridon, since she supported focusing on him during the invasion. I wonder if she still needs something of him or if the Grail is supposed to be a subsitute for whatever she failed to acquire.
  • Amuzingly, the Darkblade Legion, which was always the B squad for the invasion, is now the most powerful Legion. With no interest in an invasion, Erganoth will probably try to strengthen his power by going after other legions and Ebira's new group. Unless, of course, he adheres to her vision. In the unlikely event Toraes is still alive, he's also Erganoth's captive.
  • We know almost nothing of the Mindslayer Legion and Vermon, but another spymaster in Arkain can't really be a good thing.
 
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